A nationwide probe is underway, focusing on alleged fraud in employment-based visa programmes. This investigation has led to suspensions of permanent labour certification filings for certain companies. Cognizant is among the companies affected, with its filings suspended by the US Department of Labor.

The action is part of a broader effort to crack down on practices that may disadvantage workers. An official has warned that such threats will not be tolerated, emphasizing the importance of fighting fraud.

Further details about the investigation and its findings are available from the source, including information about other companies that have faced similar suspensions, such as Cloudera.